Quality Inspector

Kingston Barnes Ltd; Upton Cheyney; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £45,485 per year

Sunday to Thursday 10pm - 6am

Company Pension

1.5x overtime rates

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

DIS Benefit

Free onsite parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Family Friendly benefits

Health care cash plan

Job summary

Kingston Barnes Ltd. is recruiting a Quality Inspector for a permanent night shift in the Bristol area. You will ensure production of conforming parts for the aerospace industry, performing CMM measurements and data capture while supporting continuous improvement and safe practices.

Ideal candidates have experience with manual and CNC CMMs, interpretation of drawings, and knowledge of AS/EN/JISQ 9100 quality systems. On-site role with 25 days leave and pension features.

Qualifications

• Experience with manual and CNC CMM and metrology equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Skilled in inspecting components to tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify products meet quality standards and specifications.
• Actively ensure no product non-conformity escapes to customers.
• Perform measurements using CMM and optical equipment, recording results digitally.
• Support quality checks throughout production and report findings.
• Analyse data to aid calibration and process improvement.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of inspection processes.
• Support the Machining teams where required.
• Maintain a safe and organised working environment.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Quality inspection

Data analysis

Tools

CMM

Metrology equipment

Job description

Are you an experienced Quality Inspector with an aerospace or engineering background? Do you have experience with CMM and Metrology equipment? Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes is currently recruiting for a Quality Inspector on a permanent night shift for our client in the Bristol area. Our client is a manufacturer of specialised parts for the aerospace industry.

The Company: Our client specialises in machining complex machined parts for the aerospace industry. They're an established business in their field and work with market-leading names to assist them with the manufacturing of parts.

The Role:

You will be responsible for ensuring the continued production and supply of conforming parts. This is a critical position to the business. Responsibilities include:

• Inspect and verify products meet quality standards and specifications.
• Actively ensure no product non-conformity escapes to customers
• Perform measurements using CMM and optical equipment, recording results digitally.
• Support quality checks throughout production and report findings.
• Analyse data to aid calibration and process improvement.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of inspection processes.
• Supporting the Machining teams where required
• Maintain a safe and organised working environment.

About you:

• Experience using manual and CNC CMM and other measurement equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Skilled in inspecting components to tight tolerances and selecting appropriate measuring tools.
• Knowledge of quality management systems (AS/EN/JISQ 9100) and supporting NCRs, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Teams).
• Motivated, flexible, and a strong team player who is open to learning and feedback.
• Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and compliance.

Benefits:

• Up to £45,485 per year
• Sunday to Thursday 10pm - 6am
• Company Pension
• 1.5x overtime rates
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• DIS Benefit
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced Family Friendly benefits
• Health care cash plan
• DIS benefit
• Onsite Free Parking

• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position